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Statescan – September 30, 2016

India’s states are brimming with activity! How aware are you of developments outside your region? Here is a glimpse…

Here is an interactive map with this week’s updates from various states across the country. Click on the hotspots to read more!


Text: PTI, IANS

Design: K.B. Jawaharr

Close-Up Quiz

You may be familiar with animals you see in everyday life, but can you identify them from these close-up images?

Do you have a keen eye for detail? Scroll through to see if you can answer these questions!

Square Root Spiral

It’s a curious-looking shape with an interesting Math concept behind it. Intrigued? Read more!

Let’s learn about an intriguing Mathematical construction, the square root spiral! Scroll right to learn more.

Craft Crossword

There are many beautiful craft forms in the world! Can you successfully complete this crossword based on crafts?

Try your hand at this crossword based on types of crafts!

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  • 19-27 :This style of painting is practiced primarily in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Bihar, and is characterized by eye-catchy geometric patterns.
  • 49-56 :This art form involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.
  • 81-87 :The Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures
  • 105-112 :_____________ is a type of tie and dye textile, derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Banda’ (“to tie”)
  • 113-118 :A piece of art made from the assemblage of small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials
  • 214-223 :_____________ is a reddish-brown ceramic material that is used for creating earthenware, figurines and decorative items

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  • 4-164 :The art of producing decorative handwriting or with a pen or brush
  • 27-123 :The Japanese art of flower arrangement
  • 118-214 :A handicraft in which yarn is made up into a textured fabric by means of a hooked needle

O-Num

When festivals and Math come together, it’s a fun celebration indeed! Try out this Math puzzle based on Onam!

The festival of Onam is a time of great celebration! People are usually joyous, and many families go out to have fun. Here is a Math-based exercise for you!

Know India

Are you a Geography whiz? Can you put together this mixed-up map of India?

How well do you know where all the states of India are located? Put together this map of India!

Pick a difficulty level under ‘Shuffle’, choose the size of the ‘Grid’, and get going!

The Rise of Apple

From the garage of a house in California, to one of the largest companies in the world, Apple Inc. has come a long way! Do you know the story behind its growth?

The Important Ozone Layer

How much do you know about the ozone layer that surrounds the Earth? Discover the interesting truth behind some common myths!

World Ozone Day was recently observed around the world. Did you know that a lot of misconceptions cloud our understanding of the ozone layer?

Odd One Out – 1

Try your hand at this interesting ‘odd one out’ exercise based on Geography! How many can you identify correctly?

Here is a geography-based task for you! Can you identify the odd one out from the below locations?